Polis Position on the upcoming decarbonisation transport strategy
28/06/2016

Polis Position on the upcoming decarbonisation transport strategy

This position paper details Polis views toward the upcoming European Commission strategy on the decarbonisation of Transport in Europe expected to be published on 20th July.



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Air quality Automated Vehicles Electromobility and alternative fuels Financing Health impacts of transport Infrastructure Intelligent, connected and cooperative transport systems Mobility management and campaigns New and shared mobility services Noise Parking Public transport Social inclusion Traffic management Urban freight Urban space management Walking & Cycling
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